Credit: Erub Arts
Ghost Nets: Awakening the Drifting Giants presents 18 hand woven ghost net sculpture created by Erub Arts artists and consulting artists Lynnette Griffiths and Marion Gaemers. This exhibition project was commissioned by the Australian Embassy Indonesia. As the first contemporary Australian exhibition of its kind in Indonesia, Ghost Nets: Awakening the Drifting Giants is inspired by the seas that connect Australia and Indonesia and draws on the parallels of stories and cross-cultural. Historical connections between both nations. Presenting a unique perspective to issues affecting the people of Erub, this exhibition opens a dialogue on the environmental and social impact of ghost nets and plastic waste. An issue that Australia and Indonesia are working closely to address together.
Museum Macan
Ghost Nets: Awakening the Drifting Giants
Lavinia Ketchell
I was born in Cairns and grew up on Erub (Darnley Island). I am one of six children, and I have an identical twin. All my siblings were good at art at school. I came to work at the art centre in a media support role, but I quickly started making ghost net jewellery and now work with the others. I enjoy making all kinds of different things from the ghost net. The colours, once you unravel the net, make my works bright and happy. I love how I can turn something harmful to our reefs into a beautiful art piece.
Jimmy John Thaiday
I grew up on Yam Island and moved to Darnley Island (Erub). My partner is from Erub, and I have family here as well. I have always loved to draw; it’s something that comes naturally. I also enjoy fishing and walking on the reef. My artwork gives me the opportunity to express the things that are important to me, my identity, and my culture. Currently, I am working with a ghost net and creating three-dimensional work.
